179 Chopard A highly complex and limited edition, Classique Quantieme Perpetual Calendar, moon phases automatic chronograph wristwatch in white gold, with white roman numbers dial and certificate of origin.
Estimate: € 10.000 – 20.000
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Sold (Premium) € 19.500
| Model | Classique Quantieme Perpetual Calendar Chronograph |
|---|---|
| Year | Circa 1990s |
| Reference | 36/1224 |
| Case Material | 18K white gold |
| Case Number | N°06/50 |
| Bracelet Material | Leather strap |
| Movement Type | Automatic, cal. 889/2, 54 jewels |
| Movement Number | 2'766'930 |
| Dimension | 40.5mm Diameter |
| Signed | Case, dial and movement |
| Accessories | Accompanied by Chopard Certificate of Origin dated 15th January 2009 and signed Chopard & Co Florence. |
While Chopard is often celebrated for its refined elegance and jewelry-driven aesthetics, the reference 36/1224 in white gold reveals a deeper layer of the maison’s horological ambitions. Produced in the early 1990s in a limited series of just 50 pieces, this perpetual calendar chronograph offered a compelling counterpoint to the prevailing narrative—placing Chopard firmly in the conversation among serious complications. Cased in white gold and bearing the number 06/50, this example is defined by its stepped bezel, sculpted lugs, and elegant proportions. The white dial presents a harmonious layout: crisp black Roman numerals surround four meticulously arranged subdials that convey a complete perpetual calendar with moonphase and chronograph functions—an impressive mechanical feat for its time. Beating inside is the automatic calibre 889/2, developed in collaboration with Jaeger-LeCoultre, admired for both its reliability and refined execution. Sold with its Certificate of Origin, this rare reference bridges Chopard’s past and future—an overlooked yet significant milestone from a pivotal moment in the brand’s evolution.